Reality Show Contestants Breaking Into Mainstream Music




Leah Labelle - American Idol Season 3

 

"Call me, maybe?" Asks Canadian Idol top three finalist, Carly Rae Jepsen. The 26-year-old British Columbia Native crossed over to the U.S. airwaves and made history when it hit the top of the digital charts making her the second Canadian artist since Justin Beiber's "Baby" reached the top spot back in January 2010. More reality show contestants, however, are breaking out in the mainstream space which may cause Carly Rae to put her phone on silent. American Idol Season three contestant, Leah Labelle, who finished 12th place has transformed from a YouTube sensation to a breakout R&B artist discovered by Jermaine Dupri and Pharrell Williams. Labelle, who is currently signed by L.A. Reid with Epic Records, released her lead single "Sexify" in March 2012 and peaked at #91 on the R&B Billboard Charts. 

Cher Lloyd - X Factor U.K. Season 7

Another reality show contestant, Cher Lloyd, who finished fourth on X Factor U.K., is finding much success after also being signed by L.A. Reid to join Epic Records. Her third single, "Want You Back", which was released February 2012 in the U.K., has found it's way to the United States and her presence in pop music is expected to grow. Will these reality show born artists reach the success of other reality show contestants like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Hudson, and Daughtry? You be the judge. Listen to Labelle and Llloyd now:

Leah Labelle - "Sexify"
Cher Lloyd - "Want You Back"

Maroon 5's Newest Album, 'Overexposed', Gets Mixed Reviews...Say What?!?

The wait is over and it's been two years since Maroon 5 released an album. Their fourth studio album 'Overexposed' dropped yesterday which immediately garnered the #1 spot of downloaded albums on iTunes just ahead of Linkin Park's new release 'Living Things'. For Maroon 5 and Adam Levine fans, like myself, any new material from the band is music to our ears. For critics, it's a different story. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the album is being criticized as "BORING," "SAFE" and "DESPERATE". Could this mean that Levine was right about the band reaching their peak? Will this album mean the disbanding of Maroon 5?
I love the album, do you? PREVIEW THE ALBUM NOW: Maroon 5 'Overexposed' on iTunes

It's About Time!

I've finally created it! My new blog about everything that's going on with my music as well as everything that's going on with the music world right now. First and foremost, thank you all for visiting and for the continued support of my music! I leave you with an original song I wrote called "Walking Away" from my band Repertoire's latest album "You Might Not Be Ready But Your Kids Are Going To Love It". I'm promoting it as a single and would love to hear your feedback! LISTEN NOW: